Tag: project update
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State of Play: January 2026
In this January 2026 State of Play, I review recent progress and set out my plans for the next quarter. Ray of Light is nearing the end of its third draft and heading to beta readers, The Thaw has moved into professional copyediting, and the first book in my Disaster Series is well underway, with…
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Ray of Light: Letting neurodivergence show without telling
While revising the midpoint of Ray of Light, I found myself unexpectedly proud of a quiet scene that allowed a character’s neurodivergent response to stress to surface naturally. It’s a moment shaped by pauses, small actions, and gentle support, and one that reflects experiences I recognise myself.
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State of Play: September 2025
In this September 2025 State of Play, I check in on my writing projects: Legacy of Iron is cooling off until 2026, Ray of Light heads for edits, The Thaw is gearing up for self-publishing, and a brand-new Disaster Series is about to be outlined. I also share my roadmap for the next quarter—drafting, editing,…
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